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Ferrari, BMW switch to aluminum wiring to cut copper use

KATHMANDU: Ferrari and BMW are expanding the use of aluminum wiring in their vehicles as global automakers look for lighter and more cost-effective alternatives to copper, according to Reuters. The move follows Tesla and several Chinese EV manufacturers, which have…
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Tesla begins engineering tests of first production Cybercab

KATHMANDU: Tesla has started engineering tests of its first production Cybercab on public roads in Austin, marking the first validation of the purpose-built robotaxi outside the factory. The company shared a video showing the two-seat Cybercab operating on city roads…
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Inside the preparations for e.MAS 5’s Nepal debut

KATHMANDU: Proton has started promoting its upcoming electric vehicle, e.MAS 5, through social media platforms. The company’s authorized distributor in Nepal, Jagdamba Motors, has released a teaser of the new electric hatchback. The teaser shows the front section and a…
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Lumbini Province offers up to 50% tax discount to boost EV adoption

KATHMANDU: The Lumbini provincial government has continued its policy of promoting electric vehicles (EVs) by providing discounts on annual vehicle tax for the upcoming fiscal year. According to the Economic Bill 2026 (2083), electric vehicles registered for rental services will…
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Tata Sierra EV: price out now in India

KATHMANDU: Tata Motors has launched the Sierra.ev electric SUV in India with an introductory price of 1.879 million Indian rupees (ex-showroom). The top-spec variant is priced at 2.599 million Indian rupees. The bookings for the new electric SUV are now…